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Old Town (Stare Mesto)

Prague, Czech Republic (Praha 1)
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As featured in 3 days in Prague
Ranked #1 of 193 attractions in Prague
Type: Neighbourhoods, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Walking
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Owner description: The heart of Prague, Old Town is filled with many houses, churches and other structures dating back to the 13th century. Notable structures include... more » Owner description: The heart of Prague, Old Town is filled with many houses, churches and other structures dating back to the 13th century. Notable structures include the Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock, the Carolinum, the Municipal House and the Estates Theater. « less
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Toronto, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013 NEW

Lots of history in a small area, fun to discover :) Busy, bustling space. The astronomical clock is so cool and there are lots of cool stories to be found through the monuments and old buildings alike

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Lviv
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

Old Town is an entire neighbourhood to just walk around, be careful though, your neck might hurt from all the looking up at pretty buildings :) I would suggest this place to be the first to go in Prague, to get the feel of the city as a whole before visiting smaller attractions. It is fairly crowded though, so don't... More

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Thessaloniki, Greece
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Prague is a well known city for great sight seeing and the old town will amaze you all you need to find and i mean everything

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

It was near all of the attractions, but quieter and away from the Old Town Square which is very touristy and noisy.

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

The other historic buildings were amazing. some gothic the black spires of church looked spooky. The Astrological clock fascinating. Nice to sit and people watch.

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Parma, Italy
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3 attraction reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

no surprise we had to carry by hand our e-bykes , nowaday all famous places are expected to be overcrowded : but it was worthwhile. I most appreciate the attitude of local people to valorize their inheritage and how civilized they are towards foreigners.

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vienna
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

one of the most beautiful cities. i have been there on serveral occasions and it is stunning every time. the entire city center is renovated and there is vertually no new buildings. no matter where you look it is picture perfect.

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Tel Aviv
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

fairly roomy; unique interest in square. amazing clock which is actually 3 clocks but difficult to interpret.

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Brisbane, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

The old town square is a winding walk across cobblestone streets from the entry gate. This is a large open area from which you can access either the Charles Bridge or the Jewish Quarter. Around the area are lots of really nice restaurants from the expensive to café style and most boast open air seating. This is also the place... More

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Honolulu
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Sitting in the middle of Stare Mesto is the most ideal way to enjoy the great architecture and history of the city of Prague. If you can ignore the crowds, the really bad street performers, and unsavory types (drunken revelers and assorted scammers), you can absorb all the ornate decoration and imagine the centuries of history that took place on... More

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